| If you are trying to lose weight or just
maintain a healthy weight, you
should understand the connection
between the energy your body takes
in and the energy your body uses.
Energy is taken in through food
you eat and beverages you drink.
Energy is used by activities performed.
To lose weight you have to use
more calories than you take in.
To maintain, you have to match
the calories you take in with
those that you use. Eating a healthy
diet and being physically active
can help you reach either goal.
The number of calories you need
each day depends on your age,
activity level and whether you
are trying to lose, gain or maintain
your weight. Your diet should
include the most nutritious foods
including fruits, vegetables,
whole grains and fat free or low
fat milk and dairy products. Foods
should be rich in vitamins, minerals,
fiber and other nutrients. You
also must be physically active.
Regular physical activity is important
to your overall health and fitness.
It can help you control your body
weight. Aim to be physically active
at a moderate intensity for at
least 30 minutes a day. Increase
the intensity or amount of time
you exercise to have greater health
benefits. Children and teenagers
should be physically active for
at least 60 minutes every day.
To see if you are at a healthy
weight you can measure your BMI
(Body Mass index). To calculate
your BMI, multiply your weight
in pounds by 704, and then divide
by the square of your height in
inches. For example: if you weigh
162 pounds and are 69 inches tall,
your BMI is (162 x 704) divided
by (69 x 69)= 23.9 which is normal.
Underweight= <18.5 Normal weight=
18.5-24.9 Overweight= 25-29.9
Obese= BMI of 30 or greater ©
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